The main difference between the The North Face Griffin Backpack and the The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack is that the Griffin Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water repellent) while the Hydra 26L Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Griffin Backpack | Hydra 26L Backpack | |
Category | Outdoor | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Travel | Backpacking | |
Capacity (L) | 65L | 26L | |
Dimensions (in) | 15.4 x 11 x 26.4 | 24 x 15 x 5 | |
Weight (lb) | 2 | 2 | |
Fabric | Nylon | 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish. | |
Color | Asphalt Grey/Tnf Black | Goblin Blue/Beta Blue | |
Warranty | Lifetime | ||
Rating | 3.8 | 1 | |
Price | Under $225 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded adjustable shoulder strap | J shape - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with a whistle buckle | Adjustable chest strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Pivoting hip belt | Adjustable waist strap | |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water repellent | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Wraparound J-zipper access | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, 2 hip belt pocket | 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, hydration sleeve and 2 tool keepers | |
Side Pockets | 2 stretch side pockets | 2 slip-in side pockets | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | ||
Loops and Attachments | Detachable daypack | ||
Lightweight | Lightweight | ||
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded adjustable back panel | FlashDry back panel |
Load Lifters | Adjustable load lifters | ||
Hip Belt Pockets | 2 hip belt pockets | ||
Top / Floating Lid | Detachable flip-forward top lid | ||
Reflective Safety Strips | Reflective webbing | ||
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Hydration sleeve | Integrated hydration sleeve |
The North Face's Griffin Backpack is a Outdoor backpack with Travel features while The North Face's Hydra 26L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features.
The The North Face Griffin Backpack has a capacity of 65L (liters), weighs 2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 15.4 x 11 x 26.4. It's made of Nylon and is available in Asphalt Grey/Tnf Black in comparison the The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack's capacity is 26L with a size of 24 x 15 x 5 inches. Constructed from 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish. it weighs 2 pounds and is available in Goblin Blue/Beta Blue.
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